Vietnam Airlines has joined the Association of Asia-Pacific Airlines.

Vietnam Airlines has officially joined the Association of Asia-Pacific Airlines (AAPA). This event confirms a new milestone for Vietnam Airlines in expanding international cooperation, enhancing operations, and elevating its position in the Asia-Pacific region.

On November 9-10, 2023, a delegation from VNA led by General Director Lê Hồng Hà attended the 67th session of the AAPA Executive Council in Singapore.

View attachment 1035 General Director of Vietnam Airlines Lê Hồng Hà spoke at the AAPA joining ceremony. (Photo: VNA)

At this meeting, AAPA officially announced that Vietnam Airlines has become a full-fledged member of the association, bringing the total number of members to 15.

AAPA is an important forum for the aviation industry in the Asia-Pacific region. Through AAPA, Vietnam Airlines has the opportunity to establish closer relationships with airlines in the region and reinforce its position by actively participating in the common activities of the association.

On the sidelines of the meeting, the General Director also held high-level discussions with aircraft/engine manufacturers such as Airbus, Pratt & Whitney, Rolls Royce, and regional airlines such as Singapore Airlines, Garuda Indonesia, Philippine Airlines, and Malaysia Airlines to exchange views on mutual concerns and enhance bilateral cooperation.

As a member of AAPA, Vietnam Airlines will participate in the meetings and joint activities of the association. This will enable the airline to update and exchange trends in the aviation industry, while also receiving information, forecasts, and in-depth advice from leading experts in the region and globally. These activities will help improve the operational efficiency, exploitation, and service quality of Vietnam Airlines. Additionally, Vietnam Airlines can establish and strengthen bilateral relations with leading airlines in Asia, diversify its product offerings, and provide more appealing and high-quality choices for customers.

View attachment 1036 This event confirms a new milestone for Vietnam Airlines in expanding international cooperation, enhancing operations, and elevating its position in the Asia-Pacific region. (Photo: VNA)

Mr. Subhas Menon, AAPA General Director, affirmed: “We are honored to welcome Vietnam Airlines into the Association of Asia-Pacific Airlines. Vietnam Airlines is a prestigious international airline, playing an important role in the development of the aviation industry as well as the economy of Vietnam. The participation of Vietnam Airlines will significantly strengthen AAPA's role as the voice of airlines in the Asia-Pacific region.”

Mr. Lê Hồng Hà, General Director of Vietnam Airlines, stated: “By joining AAPA, Vietnam Airlines will not only enhance its operational efficiency in the Asia-Pacific but also elevate the image and position of Vietnam's national airline on the international stage. Vietnam Airlines can propose and contribute its opinions and perspectives as well as those of the entire Vietnamese aviation industry on notable issues in the region. In particular, joining AAPA will promote cooperation between Vietnam Airlines and leading airlines in Asia, thereby bringing even more excellent products and services to passengers worldwide.”

View attachment 1037 CEOs of Southeast Asian airlines at the event. (Photo: VNA)

AAPA is the association of international airlines in the Asia-Pacific region, headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, with representative offices in Brussels (Belgium) and Washington, D.C. (USA). Currently, airlines in the Asia-Pacific region transport more than one-third of global passenger and cargo volumes, highlighting the region's important contribution to the development of global aviation.

In addition to the Association of Asia-Pacific Airlines (AAPA), Vietnam Airlines has also been a member of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) since 2006 and the global airline alliance SkyTeam since 2010. Joining international aviation organizations is a foundation for Vietnam Airlines to integrate globally and elevate its operations to a global scale.